Perri grew up in Bensalem, Pennsylvania (a suburb of Philadelphia) with her older brother, Nick Perri, who formerly played guitar with Shinedown, among other artists. She attended Archbishop Ryan High School, and at age 16 taught herself how to play guitar by watching a videotape of Shannon Hoon from the group Blind Melon performing on VH1.
On her 21st birthday, Perri moved to Los Angeles. Later that year she got married and began to produce music videos. She divorced 18 months later and moved back to Philadelphia toward the end of 2009. During this time, she wrote her first song, "Jar of Hearts." She moved back to Los Angeles, where she spent her time waitressing at the Melrose Cafe during the day and recording music at night.
Perri's song "Jar of Hearts" was featured on "So You Think You Can Dance" during the June 30, 2010 broadcast. The song was featured in a performance by Billy Bell and Kathryn McCormick. Perri's friend Keltie Colleen passed the song to show choreographer Stacey Tookey, and later Perri and Colleen watched the performance in the audience. Following its exposure on the show, "Jar of Hearts" sold 48,000 digital copies, debuting on the Billboard Hot 100 at #63 and reaching #28 on Billboard's Hot Digital Songs. Within a month, it sold more than 100,000 copies. Then, her music video for "Jar of Hearts" landed on the VH1 top 20 music video countdown.
Shortly after, Perri made her debut on national day time and prime time television, performing the song live on the July 10, 2010 episode of "The Early Show" on CBS as well as the July 15, 2010 episode of "So You Think You Can Dance." Perri signed a deal with Atlantic Records in July 2010. Perri recorded a five-single EP named "The Ocean Way Sessions," recorded live and released in November 2010.
Perri's debut album is titled "Lovestrong" and was released on May 10, 2011. It followed the release of its lead single, "Arms."
Run
Christina Perri Lyrics
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With what's beating in my chest?
You'd think I'd learn better now
'Cause you can't get any rest
'Cause I
Keep trying
To find happiness
In everybody else
Please move that finger
That's been pointing to my mistakes
I want no part
In the feelings your words make
So let go
And let me love you today
And you're so damn difficult
You'd lose a heart in your hand
And I can't believe you'd make me work for it
No one understand
Why I don't run, as fast as I can
And I can feel everything
I can feel your emptiness
And I don't believe
There's a way out of this mess,
Unless, I
Can forgive
All your sins
I wondered
I'll never love again
Again
See right through
My wounds
See I'm just like you
Watch me stumble, watch me choose
All your lies
All your lies
All your lies
You're so damn difficult
You'd lose a heart in your hand
And I can't believe you'd make me work for it
No one understands
Why I don't run as fast as I can
In “Run” by Christina Perri, the lyrics describe a relationship that is difficult and draining. Christina starts by questioning the reason for her existence, wondering why she keeps trying to find happiness in others when it only leads to more angst and unrest. She pleads with her partner to stop pointing out her flaws and let her love them as they are today. However, she acknowledges that the relationship is not easy as her partner continues to make her work for his love. The chorus highlights how the partner is a difficult person to love and it's driving Christina away. She feels his emptiness and is stuck in a mess that she doesn't believe they can get out of. The song ends with Christina refusing to forgive her partner and concluding that she needs to leave the relationship behind and run as fast as she can.
The lyrics are a testament to the often complex relationships we find ourselves in but can't seem to escape from. Christina explores the dilemma of trying to find happiness but instead feeling drained and alone because of a toxic partnership. She not only blames her partner for the current state of affairs but also recognizes that she plays a part in the problem. Ultimately, she longs for peace and respite but feels trapped in the cycle of trying to make things work.
Line by Line Meaning
Why do I breathe
What is the purpose of my existence?
With what's beating in my chest?
With the emotions and feelings that are alive and active within me?
You'd think I'd learn better now
One might expect me to be wiser and more experienced by now.
'Cause I can't get any rest
Because I am constantly feeling restless.
'Cause I keep trying
Because I continue to put forth effort and struggle.
To find happiness in everybody else
To discover a source of joy and contentment in the people around me.
Please move that finger
Please stop blaming and criticizing me.
That's been pointing to my mistakes
That has been identifying my faults and errors.
I want no part in the feelings you worst make
I do not wish to participate in the negative emotions you create.
So let go
Set me free.
And let me love you today
Allow me to express love and kindness towards you right now.
And you're so damn difficult
You are very challenging to deal with.
You'd lose a heart in your hand
You would easily break someone's heart.
And I can't believe you'd make me work for it
I am surprised that you expect me to put in so much effort.
Now I understand
Now I comprehend the situation more fully.
Why I run as fast as I can
Why I try to distance myself as much as possible.
And I can feel everything
I am highly sensitive to my surroundings.
I can feel your emptiness
I can sense the lack of substance and meaning in your life.
And I don't believe there's a way out of this mess
I am doubtful that this predicament can be resolved.
Unless, I can forgive
Except if I am able to offer forgiveness.
All your sins
All the harmful actions you have committed.
I will not
I cannot bring myself to do so.
I'll never laugh again
I will never find joy or humor in life again.
See right through my words
Can you see past my superficial expressions?
See I'm just like you
Realize that I am also a human being with flaws and struggles.
Watch me stomp on my sweet shoes
Notice how I am ruining something that I used to cherish.
All your lies
All the false and deceitful things you have said.
All your lies
There are so many lies that have been told.
You're so damn difficult
You prove to be a very challenging obstacle.
You'd lose a heart in your hand
You would easily break someone's heart.
And I can't believe you'd make me work for it
I am surprised that you expect me to put in so much effort.
Now I understand
Now I comprehend the situation more fully.
Why I run as fast as I can
Why I try to distance myself as much as possible.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CHRISTINA JUDITH PERRI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@misscookie2308
"Run"
And why do I breathe with what's beating in my chest
You think I'd learn better now cause you can't get any rest
Cause I keep trying to find happiness
In everybody else
And please move that finger that's been pointing to my mistakes
I want no part in the feelings your words make
So let go, let me love you today
And you're so damn difficult
You'd lose a heart in your hand
And I can't believe you made me work for it
No one understands
Why I don't run as fast as I can
And I can feel everything
I can feel your emptiness
And I don't believe there's a way out of this mess
Unless I can forgive all your sins that I won't learn
I'll never love again
Again
See right through my wounds
See I'm just like you
Watch me stumble, watch me choose
All your lies
All your lies
All your lies
You're so damn difficult
You'd lose a heart in your hand
And I can't believe you made me work for it
No one understands
Why I don't run as fast as I can
@MissDiane622
Christina, you blow me away with all your songs. You write beautiful poetry and sing and play as though you are feeling every word in the moment. Being able to evoke raw emotions by the way you sing and play is a rare talent among musical artists. Stay true to yourself and your style, my dear. You are absolutely one of the great talents of your generation!!
@harikleiatsatsou1440
I couldn't agree more! She have an excellent voice, a beautiful heart and strong feelings. Love you forever my Christina with all my heart ❤️
@misscookie2308
"Run"
And why do I breathe with what's beating in my chest
You think I'd learn better now cause you can't get any rest
Cause I keep trying to find happiness
In everybody else
And please move that finger that's been pointing to my mistakes
I want no part in the feelings your words make
So let go, let me love you today
And you're so damn difficult
You'd lose a heart in your hand
And I can't believe you made me work for it
No one understands
Why I don't run as fast as I can
And I can feel everything
I can feel your emptiness
And I don't believe there's a way out of this mess
Unless I can forgive all your sins that I won't learn
I'll never love again
Again
See right through my wounds
See I'm just like you
Watch me stumble, watch me choose
All your lies
All your lies
All your lies
You're so damn difficult
You'd lose a heart in your hand
And I can't believe you made me work for it
No one understands
Why I don't run as fast as I can
@dragosdan5755
thanks you
@fe5018
Thanks so much!
@sabrinas.1094
Christina Perri is my idol. She is my inspiration.
@Thetacomaster4321
same
@gagawifes1615
Same❤️
@ilovebrittanator
This reminds me of Black + Blue <3
Christina, don't stop what you do, because what you do best is the best we see in you. You're an angel from within and I doubt anybody wants that to change. You're my favorite soloist and my inspiration. I love you. Stay strong and continue to believe in what you're here for. <3
@pattycastellanos138
I LOVE YOU MORE THAN I LOVE MYSELF